"I didn't expect my nephew to come. It's really an unlucky coincidence. My father was away from home a while ago. After the auction, he went out to visit friends and has not returned yet!"
In the reception hall of Prince Iron Sword's Mansion, a middle-aged man with thick eyebrows and an upright expression sat in the upper hand seat and said with a wry smile. Top 23S.
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This person is none other than the fourth son of the Iron Sword King—Liu Pingsheng!
"My nephew is taking the liberty!"
Wu Ming said humbly.
"It's okay, it's okay. You used to come here to play when you were little, just treat it as your own home."
Liu Pingsheng said gently like an elder.
"Thank you uncle, if it is convenient, my nephew would like to meet my aunt!"
Wu Ming followed the trend and said.
"This... it's okay. It's been more than three years since you returned to Beijing. She hasn't seen you yet, so she should go and see you."
Liu Pingsheng's hand stretched out to the teacup paused slightly, then slowly retracted it, smoothed his beard, and nodded slightly.
"Thank you uncle for making it possible!"
Wu Ming stood up and bowed.
"Haha, my nephew is too polite! There are many things to do in the house, so I won't accompany you!"
Liu Pingsheng waved his hand and called out softly, "Here comes someone. Go to the backyard and inform Madam that King Wu is here to see her!"
"Thank you uncle!"
Wu Ming's eyes flashed slightly, he stood up and exited the hall.
Under the guidance of a servant, he followed a familiar yet unfamiliar road to a quiet garden deep in the backyard.
"Four Young Masters, after checking, the treasures on the gift list are all extremely valuable, and there are no problems!"
A thin old man walked out of the back hall and handed over a name card.
"Thank you, uncle!"
Liu Pingsheng took the name card and looked at it, his brows gradually furrowed.
The old man nodded slightly and stepped back expressionlessly.
This person is Liu Gu, who ranks fourth among the six swordsmen under Iron Sword King Liu Xuan, and is assigned to work beside Liu Pingsheng.
"Is it possible that you came here at this time because of the imperial court's order to prepare for the battle of Youxia Ridge? It shouldn't be. Even if my father takes action, it is impossible to exempt the Wu family from the quota!"
Liu Pingsheng thought for a long time, but couldn't figure out a clue. He got up and went to the forbidden area in the mansion, where Liu Xuan was practicing in seclusion.
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"Oh, it's so cool. Uncle Liu Si was the closest to my father back then.
No wonder, you even dare to peek at the relics, what else can't you do?"
Approaching the courtyard door, Wu Ming put away his thoughts and straightened his clothes.
"His Royal Highness King Wu, Madam invites you!"
Not long after, a pretty maid came out, looked at him curiously, and whispered.
"Please help me, sister, to lead the way!"
Wu Ming smiled warmly and stepped inside.
Honglian was carrying a gift box and accompanying her.
When they arrived at the courtyard, they saw from a distance a stunning woman in her thirties, dressed in white like snow, with black hair like a waterfall, and a plain face, looking towards this side with a pair of cut eyes flashing.
She is actually 70% similar to Liu Yixue, it is her mother Pei Susu!
On the stone table in front of him, there were several bamboo baskets with brocade clothes, rags, and needlework inside.
"My nephew, please give my aunt a greeting!"
Wu Ming took two steps and bowed.
"Come on, come on, sit down and let me see you!"
Pei Susu's eyes were slightly red and she stretched out her hands lightly.
Wu Ming sat close to him as he was told, with a look of sincere admiration in his eyes.
This friendship is half true and half false.
It is true that when she was a child, this girl had a close friendship with Wu Ming's mother, Gu Yun. The two families had close contacts and she was always called aunt when she was a child.
The half-truth is of course because his purpose is impure and he came prepared!
"You kid, you haven't come to see me for several years since you returned to Beijing. Do you blame your aunt for not helping you all these years?"
Pei Susu held Wu Ming's hand, her eyes filled with tears, and her affection for her elders was beyond words.
"How dare my nephew!"
Wu Ming said sincerely.
If you say it's weird, you really can't say it. After all, not just anyone can get involved in the fight for the holy way.
"Don't you dare bring these things?"
Pei Susu pointed angrily at the gift box given by Honglian.
"This is my nephew's heartfelt wish!"
Wu Ming quickly explained.
"You kid!"
Pei Susu wiped away her tears, and there seemed to be an uncontrollable sadness in her brows.
"Why!"
Wu Ming sighed silently in his heart.
This one is really sad!
Thinking about the interactions between this girl and her mother, the love between sisters is by no means ordinary.
But as a woman, especially a woman who marries into a wealthy family, many things are beyond her control.
"You have grown up and become sensible. My aunt wants to thank you!"
After chatting for a long time, Pei Susu said happily.
"My aunt said something serious, but my nephew didn't do anything!"
Wu Ming pretended not to understand.
"Hey, you have suffered so much over the years. The naughty child who was babbling and babbling has now become a mature and prudent young prince!"
Pei Susu was slightly startled and sighed.
"It's been so many years. If my nephew doesn't grow up, what will he become? I still remember when you and Grandma Lu took me to play. By the way, why don't you see him?"
Wu Ming said jokingly.
"You! Hey, she has been gone for many years!"
Pei Susu pointed, sighed and called a maid holding the package, opened it and took out a set of brocade robes, "Try it on and see if it fits!"
"Auntie made it for me?"
Wu Ming's eyes flashed slightly, he stood up in surprise, and spread his arms as he was told.
"Who can I give it to if I don't do it for you?"
As Pei Susu spoke, she unfolded her brocade robe and placed it in front of Wu Ming.
Not too big, not too small, fits just right!
Now, Wu Ming was even more puzzled, how did she know her size?
"Although I am a woman, it's not like no one is looking out for me!"
Pei Susu explained with a smile.
"Thank you, aunt!"
Wu Ming's heart moved, he bowed and sighed secretly, as expected, wealthy ladies are not simple.
“As long as it fits!”
Pei Susu nodded happily.
The two chatted for a long time, with Pei Susu doing most of the talking and Wu Ming saying a few words at the right time.
Just like ordinary elders caring about their younger ones, chatting about everyday things, harmonious with joy and a touch of sadness!
It was not until noon that Wu Ming stood up to say goodbye. Pei Susu stayed with him for lunch and excused himself from work.
What he didn't know was that Liu Pingsheng came not long after he left.
"Susu, why didn't you leave nephew Ziming for lunch?"
What is surprising is that Pei Susu is quite indifferent to her husband. She does not even raise her head. She is still sorting out the half-finished clothes in the basket and said calmly: "You are so busy, why does he have the nerve to bother you?"
"cough!"
Liu Pingsheng coughed with a stern look on his face, glanced at Pei Susu who still lowered his head, and secretly winked at the maid beside him.
The two chatted for a while, and then Liu Pingsheng left the yard.
If anyone saw this scene, they would definitely be surprised. Rumor has it that the harmonious couple, who are happily married to each other, have become so indifferent.
But looking at the look on the side of the maid, it seemed that she was already used to it.
What Pei Susu didn't know was that not long after Liu Pingsheng left, one of his personal maids found an excuse to go out, met him, and chatted with him for a long time.
What he said was Wu Ming's every move after he was admitted to the hospital, and everything was described in detail.
Finally, Liu Pingsheng frowned and left!
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"Master..."
On the street, in the carriage, Honglian wanted to speak but stopped.
Wu Ming kept frowning, stroking the package in his arms, saying nothing, looking very worried.
Honglian swallowed her words as she spoke, and rubbed her shoulders in distress, silently comforting her.
In this way, all the way back to the palace.
"Let Qingzhu come for a visit!"
When he entered the door, Wu Ming said in a hoarse voice.
Honglian was startled, she had never seen Wu Ming look like this before.
It had only been half an hour, but there was bloodshot eyes in his eyes.
"yes!"
Honglian nodded obediently and didn't ask any more questions.
Without saying a word, Wu Ming returned to Ciyun Garden with the package in his arms, and read the information sent by Chu Chu.
There are not many files, but there are a few letters with dense handwriting and a lifelike portrait.
On it are two women, one older and one younger. The older one is about thirty years old and has a beautiful appearance. The younger one is only four or five years old. Although she is young, her eyes are filled with aura that cannot be concealed. There are also weird spirits in her eyes.
A touch of cunning!
"Grandma Lu, Grandma Lu, who are you?"
Looking at the portrait, Wu Ming was stunned for a long time, with past memories echoing in his mind.
More than ten years ago, when the Wu Palace was at its peak, his mother Gu Yun took him to the Iron Sword Palace as a guest.
The housewives of the two families talk about family affairs, and the one who takes care of the two children is Granny Lu!
My predecessor, Wu Ming, was only one year old, and Liu Yixue was only half a year old. No one would be wary of a little older child.
But just like that, inadvertently, Granny Lu revealed her true face, and it was exactly the older woman in the painting!
Although it was a shocking glimpse, many years later, any child, even four or five years old, might not be able to remember it.
But Wu Ming received the memory of his predecessor and played it through a projector again. He didn't feel anything like it when he saw it before.
But with the various intelligence sent by the ant nest, combined with the files, and investigating from all aspects, and finally locked in a few candidates, Wu Ming felt that something was wrong.
After thinking about it carefully, I discovered the clue.
I never expected that Chu Chu’s assassination target would be Granny Lu, Pei Susu’s wet nurse!
"Wet nurse? It should be mother and daughter!"
Although Pei Susu's appearance has changed drastically, Wu Ming is too familiar with Liu Yixue, their childhood sweethearts.
The girl in the portrait is almost the same model as Liu Yixue when she was a child, except that she lacks the baby fat and looks a little thinner.
"Master, Qingzhu is here!"
In the afternoon, Honglian arrived with Qingzhu.
"Let's see!"
Wu Ming pushed the brocade robe forward.
Qingzhu heard the words and stepped forward. Although he was blind, he accurately found the brocade robe. With a pair of delicate baby-like palms, his white jade-like fingers carefully rubbed the brocade robe.
From time to time, an inexplicable sapphire-colored brilliance flashes, making the palm of the hand more gentle and jade-like, revealing an indescribable beauty and mystery.
"Master, there are traces of the sword in the red sleeves. Although they are well concealed, some habits cannot be changed. Only those who have practiced specific martial arts for many years will leave traces inadvertently!"
After drinking tea, Qingzhu stood with his hands tied, silent for a while, and nodded firmly.
Wu Ming waved his hands silently.
Seeing this, Honglian pulled Qingzhu and retreated until she reached the courtyard gate when she heard Wu Ming's voice.
"Sending a message, just say that there have been a lot of things going on recently. I have to prepare for the trip to Youxia Ridge, and I have no time for him to take care of me. I can't help you anymore!"
"Why!"
Wu Ming's melancholy sigh rang out in the deserted courtyard. He looked at the brocade robe and was speechless for a long time, "This is to hunt down the traitor! Grandma Lu has been able to hide her strength for so many years... I'm so sorry!"